Position: Care Assistant
Department/Location: Care and Support
Reports to: Senior Care Assistant
Objectives of the job
* To work as part of a team to maintain the personal care needs of residents, respecting the dignity of the individual and promoting independence
* To ensure that care services are consistently provided to a high quality standard
* To assist in the care of the residents physical environment and in the general day-day activities of the care home
Key responsibilities and accountabilities
Organisation-wide: -
* To work as part of an efficient team and to contribute to the smooth running of the Care Home
* To continue professional development through attending and contributing to internal/external training and development, meetings and supervisions
* To comply with Rosmead Healthcare's Health & Safety policy and procedures at all times.
* To represent Rosmead Healthcare in a professional and positive manner at all times and in all communications with residents, visitors and staff
* To maintain confidentially regarding all issues and information relating to residents and the Home
Functional: -
* Ensure the highest standards of care are maintained by supporting/assisting residents with all personal care and activities of daily living
* Assist residents who have limited mobility, or physical/learning difficulties, making the best use of mobility aids and personal equipment provided
* To make and change beds and tidy rooms and maintain residents clothing
* To undertake various domestic tasks to assist in the smooth running of the Care Home
* Closely monitor residents who may be confused and/or have behaviours that may challenge
* Assist in the delivery of care for residents who are terminally ill or who have a progressive illness
* Assist in social activities by interacting with residents and helping them continue hobbies and activities in the Care Home to enhance quality of life
* To act as a Care Assistant to a number of residents and be responsible for the care of those person's rooms, clothing and emotional needs etc.
* To contribute to the protection of vulnerable adults from abuse
* To care for residents who may be temporarily sick and needing assistance with changing dressing under the supervision of your line manager
* To assist at meal times and assist with feeding when a resident may require help
* To answer assistance calls, telephones, take and pass on accurate messages to the Line Manager
* Carry out regular checks on residents to ensure their health, safety and well-being
* Ensure all equipment is clean and well maintained
* To provide resident care in support of a registered nurse to ensure deliver of a high quality of resident care
* Record and report resident observations in care plans to ensure maintenance of accurate and up to date records
* Work within Care Home policies/ procedures to ensure maintenance of safe working practices for residents and other colleagues
* Follow security procedure in order to ensure the safety of residents, visitors, belongings' and the property as a whole
Competencies
Communication -
* To professionally represent Rosmead Healthcare in all dealing with individuals and external contacts.
* Good verbal and written communication skills with the ability to accurately complete care plans and maintain up to date information
* To maintain personal contact with clients through individual and group discussion/interaction under direct or indirect supervision from qualified staff
* Co-operate and maintain good working relationships with other colleagues that are attending and treating clients to maximise resident care
* Maintain good relationships and an empathetic and professional approach to residents, and relatives
* Experience of communicating effectively with residents, partners, stakeholders and other relevant bodies
Knowledge/Qualifications
* Have experience of caring for people e.g. raising a family, caring for elderly relatives, voluntary or paid experience of challenging behaviour
* Be willing to train and work towards an NVQ level 2
* Ability to show empathy, understanding and experience of the needs of the residents
* Well developed time management skills with the ability to work under pressure
* Ability to make balanced, clear and timely decisions.
* Takes a pro –active approach to consulting and involving in decision making process as appropriate.
* Knowledge of food hygiene preparation or a willingness to learn
* Undertake mandatory training
* Undertake training in specialist subjects
* Understanding of and clear commitment to equal opportunities
* Understanding of and clear commitment to health and safety practices.
*Please note this is not a sponsored role.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.30 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 36 per week
Benefits:
* Company pension
* On-site parking
* Referral programme
Experience:
* Care Assistant : 1 year (preferred)
Language:
* English (required)
Licence/Certification:
* DBS certificate (preferred)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person